The Medo
Head Chef — Lead Our Fine-Dining Kitchen at The Medo
Dhaka
Deadline: 2025-11-01
1 Positions
Job Overview
Company: The Medo
Location: Dhaka
Type: FullTime
Salary: 50,000 BDT per month (Negotiable)
Posted: 2025-10-14
Experience: 5 Years
Education Requirements
Diploma or certification in Culinary Arts preferred. Relevant vocational or culinary training is advantageous.
Job Responsibilities
- Lead daily kitchen operations for buffet service (breakfast, lunch, dinner) and A La Carte.
- Prepare and present high-quality dishes maintaining taste, hygiene, and consistency.
- Supervise and train junior chefs and kitchen helpers.
- Plan, portion, and execute menus for large groups and special events.
- Maintain stock, manage food cost, and minimize wastage.
- Ensure kitchen cleanliness and compliance with food safety standards.
Required Skills
- Multi-cuisine and buffet management
- Leadership and team management
- Menu planning and portion control
- Inventory and cost management
- Food safety and sanitation
- Strong communication and kitchen discipline
- Ability to work under pressure during peak service hours
Benefits & Compensation
- 50,000 BDT per month (Negotiable)
- Meal and uniform provided
- Performance-based increment and career growth opportunity
Job Description
OverviewThe Medo is hiring an experienced Head Chef to lead our busy fine-dining kitchen in Dhaka. This job posting is part of our official recruitment circular for talented culinary leaders. The ideal candidate will have a proven history of managing high-volume continental buffet and A La Carte service, strong leadership skills, and a commitment to food safety and quality. If you are passionate about cuisine and ready to take ownership of kitchen operations, please read the full job description and apply as instructed below.About the companyThe Medo is a reputed fine-dining restaurant offering continental buffet service and A La Carte menus for large guest volumes. Our company focuses on quality, consistency, presentation, and a vibrant dining experience for both local and international diners. Located in Dhaka (Gulshan 1), the company is committed to growth and development of its kitchen team.Key responsibilitiesLead daily kitchen operations for full buffet service (breakfast, lunch, dinner) and A La Carte sections.Prepare and present high-quality dishes while maintaining taste consistency, hygiene, and plating standards.Supervise, mentor, and train junior chefs, cooks, and kitchen helpers to achieve consistency and efficiency.Plan, portion, and execute menus for large groups and special events, ensuring timely delivery and quality control.Maintain accurate stock levels, manage food costs, monitor inventory, and minimize wastage through portion control and supplier coordination.Ensure kitchen cleanliness, sanitation, and compliance with food safety standards and local regulations.Required skills and experienceMinimum 5 years of professional experience as a Head Chef or senior kitchen leader in hotels or restaurants.Proven experience working in high-volume restaurant or hotel buffet environments; experience in multi-cuisine and continental menus preferred.Strong leadership, team management, and staff development skills.Good communication skills and kitchen discipline; ability to lead and motivate a diverse kitchen team.Practical knowledge of menu planning, portion control, stock management, and cost optimization techniques.Ability to work under pressure during peak service hours and maintain quality and consistency.Diploma or certification in Culinary Arts preferred.Other desirable attributesAttention to presentation, taste balance, and guest satisfaction.Ability to train junior staff and implement standard recipes and SOPs.Understanding of local and international food safety standards.Compensation & benefitsSalary: 50,000 BDT per month (Negotiable).Meal and uniform provided.Performance-based increments and career growth opportunities.How to applyInterested candidates are requested to apply by uploading CV on Bd Jobs and by emailing their CV to rifat_hassan@outlook.com. The online application option is available on the Bd Jobs platform; the company also accepts email applications as mentioned. Please follow the application instructions in this circular and ensure your CV highlights relevant head chef experience, leadership achievements, and culinary qualifications.Location & workplaceThe position is based in Dhaka (Gulshan 1), Bangladesh. This is a full-time, on-site role requiring presence during operational hours including peak meal services.Equal opportunity & other notesThe Medo welcomes applications from qualified candidates regardless of gender (M,F indicated), and follows standard hiring practices. This job circular is posted to help job seekers in Bangladesh find relevant opportunities in hospitality; applicants should ensure their documents are up to date before they apply.Please note: This job description summarizes responsibilities and benefits and does not form an employment contract. For any queries related to the application process, contact the provided email.